There's more to soup than just opening a can!
Pamela Steel, chef, author, and food columnist
Jenna Holst, chef, author, and educator
Soups are one of the most popular dishes in nearly every country. And it's
no wonder, since soups are quick and simple to prepare, and cleanup is
a breeze. Plus, they're healthful (very little fat is required to make
a satisfying soup) and economical, adapting easily to whatever ingredients,
however humble, you may have at hand. The Complete Idiot's Guide to
Cooking Soups Canadian-Style provides all the basics and much more.
Some things you'll find in this book include:
- over 100 delicious recipes for hot and cold soups, chowders, bisques, purées, and consommés
- single-pot soup meals inspired by recipes from around the world
- illustrations to demonstrate various techniques in the kitchen
- ideas for interesting combinations of spices and herbs
- tips for buying and storing the most commonly used items
No matter what kind of soup you're looking for—light and delicate, warming and robust, smooth and creamy, cool and refreshing-you'll find them all in this book.
About the Author
Pamela Steel is a chef and author of six cookbooks, including the upcoming
Nice Timing, based on her President's Choice Magazine column.
She lives in Waterloo, Ontario with her husband and son.
Jenna Holst has worked for many years as a culinary instructor, chef, recipe developer, food writer, and culinary event producer. Her clients have included several book publishers, Weight Watchers, national magazines, and PBS and cable television programs. She is also the author of Stews.
| Title: | The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cooking Soups Canadian-Style |
| Edition: | |
| ISBN: | 0-13-086721-7 |
| Copyright: | |
| Pages: | 256 |
| Book Type: | paper |
| Format: | 7 3/8 x 9 1/8 |
| Price: | $24.95 |
| Subject(s): | Cooking |